Teresa de la Parra
Teresa de la Parra was a Venezuelan writer who is best known for her novels 'Ifigenia' (published in 1924, originally titled 'Diary of a Young Lady Who Wrote Because She Was Bored') and 'Memorias de Mamá Blanca' (1929). Her work often dealt with themes of female identity and the constraints of society on women, and she is considered an important figure in Latin American literature. Born on October 5, 1889, in Paris, France, she lived much of her life in Venezuela and contributed significantly to the country's cultural and literary heritage before her untimely death on April 23, 1936.
Books
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1. Memorias De Mama Blanca
"Memorias de Mamá Blanca" is a nostalgic and lyrical novel that takes the form of a memoir, recounting the idyllic childhood and family life of a group of sisters growing up on a Venezuelan cacao plantation at the turn of the 20th century. Through the eyes of the protagonist, the narrative delves into the customs, traditions, and social norms of the Venezuelan upper class during that era, while also exploring themes of innocence, the passage of time, and the loss of the pastoral world. The story is imbued with a sense of melancholy as it reflects on the inevitable changes brought about by modernity and the impact these changes have on personal and cultural identity.
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